Micellar water for the face: what is it for, how to choose and use?

Micellar water – what is it?

Tap (hard chlorinated) water, the aggressive composition of cleansers – all this damages the hydrolipidic mantle of the skin during washing. Micellar water is known for its ability to remove makeup without skin contact with water. Soft cleansing of the skin occurs due to micelle molecules that literally attract any skin impurities: decorative cosmetics, sebum, dust, etc.

Important (!): Micelles belong to the category of non-aggressive surfactants that do not violate the protective layer of the skin.

Composition

The formula of the product does not contain aggressive components, therefore it is hypoallergenic and suitable for almost everyone. For example, absorbent ingredients are found in products for oily skin, micellar oil-based water will remove persistent makeup, and for especially sensitive dermis, pay attention to micellar foam – its gentle formula has a lower pH than other products.

What is micellar water for?

Every year, there are more and more adherents of facial cleansing with micellar water. This is because micellar water gently dissolves makeup and other impurities without disturbing the hydrolipidic mantle of the skin and its protective functions. The product not only cleanses, but also intensively cares for the epidermis, preserving its beauty, youth and health.

Benefits of micellar water

The main advantages of micellar water – ease of use and effectiveness in cleansing – make it an indispensable tool in the daily beauty routine.

What other benefits does the tool have:

• The delicate formula does not dry the epidermis, does not irritate the sebaceous glands and is suitable even for reactive skin.
• Helps to adjust makeup throughout the day with a cotton swab dipped in the product.
• It is convenient to take on trips or to the gym: the product replaces several skin care products at once and takes up minimal space in your cosmetic bag.
• Modern manufacturers produce micellar formulas for different skin types and needs, supplementing them with various ingredients: moisturizing, softening, soothing, nourishing, matting.

How to use micellar water correctly: instructions

Most girls know micellar water as a make-up remover: they moisten a cotton pad with it, remove the remnants of decorative cosmetics, then wash with water. But this is not the only way to use it. Let’s analyze the features of using the tool.

1. To cleanse the skin without water

Use micellar water as a base cleanser, at the end of the procedure, wash your face with running water or use a tonic: moisten a cotton pad with it and wipe the skin thoroughly. Pay special attention to areas with enlarged pores.

2. For washing

The first stage is the removal of impurities from the face with a cotton swab dipped in a micellar composition. The second stage is washing with water (you can use a basic cleanser: foam or gel for washing).

3. For removing stubborn makeup from lips and eyes

To remove persistent makeup (mascara, lipstick), moisten a cotton pad with the product, apply to the skin for 20 seconds, then remove the dissolved cosmetics with light movements.

Features of use for different skin types

The best cleanser is the one that suits your skin type. Although micellar water is a universal cleanser for all skin types, its formulas also differ according to the needs of the epidermis.

For dry and sensitive skin

For this type, choose soft formulas based on intensive moisturizing and moisture-retaining, soothing and repairing ingredients. Pay attention to the label “hypoallergenic”.

• For sensitive skin of the face and eyes, choose Ultra Micellar Water , formulated to gently cleanse and remove make-up while soothing the skin.
• For hypersensitive skin and skin prone to allergies, Ultra Reactive Micellar Water is suitable. , the formula of which will thoroughly cleanse and remove makeup, reduce redness and tightness, and also moisturize the skin.

For oily and combination skin

Micellar water for oily type contains sebum-regulating components that reduce sebum production (pay attention to the label “non-comedogenic”). The product mattifies the skin, prevents its dehydration, maintains a normal pH, has anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties. Alcohol and other aggressive elements in the composition is absent.

• For oily problem skin, use Effaclar Ultra Micellar Water. : zinc in the composition controls the production of sebum, and glycerin moisturizes the skin.

Recommendations for daily use

In order for the care to have a visible positive result, it must be used correctly. Despite the fact that micellar water is an innovation in the field of cosmetology, it quickly gained popularity. Convenience and ease of use are the main factors influencing the positive choice of the consumer. However, many questions remain about the correct use of the tool.

Below, La Roche-Posay experts will answer the most common ones.

1. How often to use?

Daily, twice a day: morning and evening. If necessary, you can carry out express cleansing of the skin during the day.

2. Do I need to rinse?

Depends on the formula of the product, most often the anhydrous use is declared by the manufacturer on the packaging.

3. Will micellar water replace tonic?

No – these are two different cosmetic products. Micellar water cleanses the skin, tonic – tones. Often, a tonic is used as the final step in a waterless cleanse.

4. Can it be used to remove eye makeup?

The product gently removes waterproof cosmetics from even the thinnest and most sensitive skin without damaging it.

Important (!): exclude the use of the product in the presence of obvious damage to the epidermis (wounds, abrasions, burns), allergies to the components of the composition and after the expiration date.

La Roche-Posay Micellar Water: rating of waterless cleansers

Below is the TOP 3 micellar products from La Roche-Posay.

Micellar Water Ultra Sensitive

Micellar water Effaclar Ultra for combination and oily skin

Micellar cleansing foam for sensitive skin